Sushi from the…mountains!?

Yep! Instead of fish, inaka-sushi is a Kochi specialty that traditionally combines yuzu vinegar rice with a variety of mountain veggies. Directly translated to ‘countryside sushi’, this dish is the creative invention of communities that lived among Kochi’s mountainous regions and consequently, didn’t have access to seafood

Anybody, including vegetarians and vegans (in most cases), can enjoy the delightful flavors of inaka-sushi. Besides, it’s the perfect way to explore the world of Kochi’s delicious and rare veggies such as ryukyu (stem of a mountain potato plant) and shihochiku (bamboo shoot). In fact, shihochiku is an autumn ingredient, currently in season!

At Kochi City's Sunday Market you will not only find handmade inaka-sushi, but also, seasonal veggies like shihochiku you could take home to cook for later! If you ask, I’m sure friendly locals will be happy to give you tips on how best to prepare the fresh ingredients

Learn more about the Sunday Market: https://visitkochijapan.com/en/highlights/sundaymarket